These guys are really good! I published 16 of these books which gave a look at each large genealogy data base we worked with. When data was added to one of the data bases the corresponding Surname Index became obsolete. A new edition was composed and the old one was discarded. It could be of some use to an avid genealogist but it only had application regarding HFB's data bases. It gave every variation (or mistake) and the total number of each of every surname in the data base in alphabetical order. I did not know that any even left the "cave of the bears". You're right, that is way too deep in the woods to warrant even a little smile, sorry. Its almost 2:00 am and I've written my final book description for the night. -David